Adamawa State Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027: The Complete Fee Schedule

Adamawa State Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to resume at Adamawa State Polytechnic (SPY)? Whether you are heading to the main campus in Yola or the Numan campus, this institution is among the most affordable state-owned polytechnics in North-East Nigeria. A distinctive feature of Adamawa State Poly is its differentiated fee structure. This means the amount you pay depends heavily on whether you are an Indigene (from Adamawa State) or a Non-Indigene. If you are not careful with your budgeting, you might assume the lower rate applies to you, only to be surprised at the portal. This guide outlines the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, breaking down costs for ND, HND, and Diploma students, and highlighting the penalties you must avoid.

Estimated Adamawa State Polytechnic School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Tuition Fees Breakdown (2026/2027)

Unlike many schools that charge a flat “session fee,” Adamawa State Polytechnic often breaks its fees down per semester. The figures below represent the projected per-semester fee. To get the full session cost, you generally double this (though the 2nd semester is sometimes slightly lower).

National Diploma (ND) Fees

• ND (Lab-Based Courses):

  • Indigene: ₦21,600 – ₦25,000 per semestre.

  • Non-Indigene: ₦32,100 – ₦38,000 per semestre.

• ND (Non-Lab/Other Courses):

  • Indigene: ₦22,600 – ₦26,000 per semestre.

  • Non-Indigene: ₦33,100 – ₦40,000 per semestre.

Higher National Diploma (HND) Fees

HND students typically pay slightly higher fees due to advanced practical requirements.

• HND (Lab-Based):

  • Indigene: ₦24,600 – ₦30,000 per semestre.

  • Non-Indigene: ₦33,600 – ₦40,000 per semestre.

Diploma & Other Programs

If you are running a Preliminary or specialized Diploma program, the fees are distinct:

• Ordinary Diploma: ~₦21,600 (Indigene) / ₦29,600 (Non-Indigene).

• PDE (Professional Diploma in Education): ~₦31,500 (Indigene) / ₦36,500 (Non-Indigene).

• Adapoly PGD: ~₦34,150 (Indigene) / ₦36,650 (Non-Indigene).

2. Mandatory “Startup” Charges (Freshers)

The tuition fee covers your academics, but there are strict “Optional” and “Penalty” fees that often become mandatory if you are not careful.

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Hostel Accommodation	₦10,000	An optional fee for bed space within the campus.
Change of Course	₦2,000	Fee if you wish to switch departments after admission.
Late Registration	₦5,000	Penalty: Avoid this by paying within 2 weeks of resumption.
Late Form Signing	₦2,000	Penalty for delaying your course form signing.
Late File Submission	₦2,000	Penalty for submitting your “Blue File” late.

• Note on Acceptance Fee: While not always listed as a separate invoice on the public schedule, fresh students usually pay an acceptance fee (typically ₦5,000 – ₦10,000) to print their admission letter before paying school fees.

3. How to Pay Safely (The Remita Guide)

Adamawa State Polytechnic uses the Remita platform for all collections. Do not pay cash to any staff member.

The Official Procedure:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to adamawapoly.edu.ng or the specific admission portal spy.admissions.cloud.

2. Generate Invoice: Login with your Username (usually your Phone Number) and Password. Navigate to “School Fees.”

3. Get RRR: The system will generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) code.

4. Pay:

   • Option A (Bank Branch): Take the RRR to any bank in Yola (Zenith, First Bank, etc.).

   • Option B (Online): Pay directly via the portal using your ATM card.

5. Verify: After payment, you must return to the portal to verify the transaction and print your Course Registration Form (CRF).

4. Accommodation (Yola vs. Numan)

• Yola Campus (Main): Most students here live off-campus in Jimeta or near the Police Roundabout area.

  • Off-Campus Rent: ₦40,000 – ₦70,000 per year (Single Room).

• Numan Campus: This campus is in a quieter environment.

  • School Hostel: Available at the subsidized rate of ₦10,000.

  • Off-Campus: Very affordable, with rooms often going for ₦25,000 – ₦40,000 per year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I pay per semester? Yes. As indicated in the fee breakdown, Adamawa State Poly fees are structured per semester. This makes it easier for parents to manage payments compared to schools that demand the full session fee upfront.

2. I am from Adamawa, but I don’t have an Indigene Letter. Can I pay the Indigene rate? No. The bursary unit is very strict. You must upload a valid Local Government Indigene Certificate during your bio-data registration. If you fail to do so, the portal will automatically bill you the “Non-Indigene” rate (which is roughly ₦10,000 higher).

3. What happens if I pay late? The school enforces a strict ₦5,000 Late Registration Penalty. If you delay further, you may be unable to sign your course forms, attracting an additional ₦2,000 penalty. It pays to be early.